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DIG provides an extensive line of micro irrigation products and accessories including controllers, starter kits, drip emitters, dripline, micro sprinklers, foggers, tubing, fittings, and accessories to complete new and existing systems.
A controller should be selected with care. This is especially true if the irrigation system is watering a combined drip and sprinkler system with different settings for each valve or zone. DIG models 8004 (four station) and 8006 (six station) controllers are very simple to program. Both allow for each valve in the system to be programmed independently, from 1 minute to 12 hours in one minute increments. They both have four start times for each valve allowing for mixed irrigation applications for drip and sprinkler systems.
Our hose end battery operated controllers are available with either hose or pipe thread, low flow or high flow, with LCD display or without, and are covered by a 3-year limited warranty.
Anti-siphon valves prevent irrigation water from flowing back to the main water source. DIG anti-siphon battery operated controllers are used for above ground installation and are available with either a 3/4" anti-siphon valve or with a retrofit actuator to convert most 3/4" or 1" manual anti-siphon valves on the market to automatic operation.
DIG provides a variety of kits to help the first time user start a drip and/or micro sprinkler system, or to retrofit your existing sprinkler system to a multi-outlet drip system. DIG kits are the perfect way to get familiarized with the advantages and benefits using micro irrigation systems. For your convince DIG kits offer complete, fast and easy drip/micro sprinkler installation. All of our kits are easily expandable utilizing some of DIG's wide range of drip irrigation parts and accessories.
When installing a low volume irrigation system, using a filter and a pressure regulator will ensure that the system remains trouble free for years to come. Please remember: drip systems and micro sprinklers require clean water and operate at lower pressures than conventional sprinkler systems.
There are three sizes of drip tubing: 1/2" poly tubing, 1/4" and 1/8" micro tubing. The 1/2" poly tubing is most often used as the main lateral or mainline into which drippers, micro sprinklers, or 1/4" barbs to connect the 1/4" micro tubing are inserted. The 1/4" serves as the distribution line into which drippers or micro sprinklers are inserted. The 1/8" is used only with the Maverick™. DIG poly tubing and micro tubing is one made of the highest quality polyethylene or vinyl resin, with 5%+ Carbon Black added for extra resistance to the damaging effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays. Both the 1/2" poly tubing and the 1/4" micro tubing may be installed above or below ground. They are designed to meet the all the needs of both commercial and residential low volume irrigation users.
Drip fittings are divided into three categories: compression, barb, and Universal Nut Lock™. The compression fittings are available in various configurations and connect to the 1/2" poly tubing. By using a simple wrist action, the tubing is 'walked" into the fittings for a very tight fit. No tools, glue, or clamps are required. DIG's compression fittings with black inserts are used with 1/2" poly tubing that is .700 OD.
Fittings are available to attach 1/4" micro tubing in straight barbs, elbows, and tees. The micro tubing is pushed over 1/4" fitting, or barb, to ensure a leak proof fit. The opposite end can be inserted into 1/2" poly tubing, or used to attach another piece of micro tubing.
DIG also has specialty fittings, such as the 1/2" PVC to polyethylene connectors, and a complete line of 1/2" compression fittings with blue inserts that can be used with TORO Blue Stripe™ drip hose that is .710 OD.
DIG provides reducing couplings to convert from our 1/2" poly tubing to the following brands: To connect DIG poly tubing to Blue Stripe™ (.710 OD) use #14 with blue insert. To convert Raindrip® driphose to DIG poly tubing (.620 OD), use #15, with green insert.
Nut Lock fittings use a combination of barb and compression to connect different sizes of poly tubing.DIG universal fittings are designed to connect any size of tubing from .620 OD to .710 OD; regardless of the brand these will make the connection fit.DIG Universal Nut Lock fittings are available in three configurations: #73 coupling, #74 tee,and #75 elbow.These fittings provide an additional way to connect poly tubing and can be easily disconnected and re-used if necessary.
Drippers are the heart of any drip irrigation system. DIG drippers deliver a precise amount of water directly to the plant's root zone. They are reliable, accurate, inexpensive, and easy to install. They may be inserted directly into 1/2" poly tubing or extended to the plants using a 1/4" micro tubing. DIG drippers incorporate four different characteristics: PC, turbulent flow, laminar flow, and adjustable drippers.
Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline is a drip hose that contains pressure compensating (PC) emitters incorporated into the interior wall of the tubing at 18" intervals. The emitters are pressure compensating and self-cleaning. This allows long runs and an extended life in the landscape.
Both the tubing and the drippers are manufactured from quality resins using hi-tech equipment to form a product that withstands the various chemicals and fertilizers used in agriculture and landscaping.
The working pressure range for the Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline is from 10-50 PSI but to maintain optimum performance it should always be used with a 25 PSI pressure regulator.
Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline has a flow rate of 1 GPH and comes in 100' rolls. It can be used with DIG compression fittings. Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline can be used below or above the ground or mulch and is suitable for most types of plants.
Drip soaker tape and 1/4" soaker hose are other methods of providing drip irrigation tovegetable gardens, window boxes, or where total saturation is desired along a straight,narrow path. The drip soaker tape is a flat drip tape with drippers pre-inserted every 12". Soakerhose is a 1/4" micro tubing with holes every 12". The drip soaker tape can be used above orbelow the ground and the soaker hose above the ground only. Maximum working pressure is 25PSI. We highly recommend installing a 25 PSI preset pressure regulator and a filter at thebeginning of the lines.
NOTE: Install drip soaker tape in straight lines ONLY.DRIP SOAKER TAPE FITTINGS: The drip soaker hose requires special drip soaker tape fittings (#27, #28, #29, #76, #77) that are different in design from those used with 1/2" poly tubing, in that they workwith a twisting lock device rather than with compression.
Micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers are available in a variety of styles and configurations. Like drip emitters, micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers operate at low-pressure. Micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers are designed for areas where drippers may not be as practical, such as for groundcover, flowerbeds, large boxes, and oddly shaped areas. Micro sprinklers and sprayers are rated by flow rate, wetting diameter or radius, and the spray method (moving parts versus non moving parts). Like sprinklers, micro sprinklers and sprayers are available in 360° full circle pattern, 360° jet pattern, 180° half circle pattern, 90° quarter circle pattern, and strip patterns that aim left and right like a bow tie. DIG's micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers are available in a variety of flow rates and diameters from 2-42 GPH, with diameter from 1-42'. Micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers have small sized droplets and provide a low precipitation rate, allowing longer watering time with less runoff.
DIG's retrofit heads are designed to adapt any 1/2" riser above the ground. They may be incorporated into a new system, or used to convert an existing sprinkler to a 4, 6, or 12-outlet drip system without disturbing the flow of the other sprinklers on the line.
Retrofitting conventional sprinkler systems to low flow water saving drip systems requires a few simple steps:
First, Evaluate the areas to be watered. While large areas such as lawns are best watered bysprinklers, other areas, such as shrubs, trees, roses, or individual plants, can be irrigated moreefficiently by using the retrofit drip heads. Second, remove the sprinkler head from the riser, flushthe line and screw the Maverick™ 12-outlet, 6-outlet, or 4-outlet drip heads onto the riser. Third, extend the micro tubing from the drip head to the plants and secure micro tubing with a 1/4"stake (#67).
These are parts that are needed to initially install a drip system. #51 and #52 - Punches are used to punch holes in the poly tubing for the insertion of drippers and micro sprinklers. #55, hose end is used to close the end of 1/2" poly tubing. #56, goof plugs are used to plug up unwanted holes. #57 and #67, tubing stake holders are used to secure the position of the drippers to the micro tubing near the plants. #60, tubing holder stakes are used to hold 1/2" poly tubing in place on the ground. #66, ray spike or #68, universal spike assemblies are used to hold micro sprinklers or sprayers above the ground.
Other drip accessories are available to customize a system and the specific needs of the site. For example, the #64, 1/2" ball valve and #65, 1/4" ball valve provide the option of turning an individual line of 1/2" poly tubing or 1/4" micro tubing ON or OFF without affecting the other lines on the system. #53 and #54 are "C" clamps that secure 1/2" poly tubing and 1/4" micro tubing to a structure. #69 adjustable spike assembly is used to raise micro sprayers with 10/32" thread above the ground.
AC Controllers
A controller should be selected with care. This is especially true if the irrigation system is watering a combined drip and sprinkler system with different settings for each valve or zone. DIG models 8004 (four station) and 8006 (six station) controllers are very simple to program. Both allow for each valve in the system to be programmed independently, from 1 minute to 12 hours in one minute increments. They both have four start times for each valve allowing for mixed irrigation applications for drip and sprinkler systems.
Battery Operated Controllers
Battery operated controllers and timers are ideal for any watering system that needs to be automated without connecting wire to an AC source. These controllers have a wide range of features and use one 9-volt battery, with a battery life of up to two years.Battery Operated Controllers: Hose End and In-line
Our hose end battery operated controllers are available with either hose or pipe thread, low flow or high flow, with LCD display or without, and are covered by a 3-year limited warranty.
Battery Operated Controllers: Anti-siphon
Anti-siphon valves prevent irrigation water from flowing back to the main water source. DIG anti-siphon battery operated controllers are used for above ground installation and are available with either a 3/4" anti-siphon valve or with a retrofit actuator to convert most 3/4" or 1" manual anti-siphon valves on the market to automatic operation.
Starter Kits
DIG provides a variety of kits to help the first time user start a drip and/or micro sprinkler system, or to retrofit your existing sprinkler system to a multi-outlet drip system. DIG kits are the perfect way to get familiarized with the advantages and benefits using micro irrigation systems. For your convince DIG kits offer complete, fast and easy drip/micro sprinkler installation. All of our kits are easily expandable utilizing some of DIG's wide range of drip irrigation parts and accessories.
Head Assembly: Components for a Drip Zone
When installing a low volume irrigation system, using a filter and a pressure regulator will ensure that the system remains trouble free for years to come. Please remember: drip systems and micro sprinklers require clean water and operate at lower pressures than conventional sprinkler systems.
Poly Tubing and Micro Tubing
There are three sizes of drip tubing: 1/2" poly tubing, 1/4" and 1/8" micro tubing. The 1/2" poly tubing is most often used as the main lateral or mainline into which drippers, micro sprinklers, or 1/4" barbs to connect the 1/4" micro tubing are inserted. The 1/4" serves as the distribution line into which drippers or micro sprinklers are inserted. The 1/8" is used only with the Maverick™. DIG poly tubing and micro tubing is one made of the highest quality polyethylene or vinyl resin, with 5%+ Carbon Black added for extra resistance to the damaging effects of the sun's ultraviolet rays. Both the 1/2" poly tubing and the 1/4" micro tubing may be installed above or below ground. They are designed to meet the all the needs of both commercial and residential low volume irrigation users.
1/2" and 1/4" Fittings
Drip fittings are divided into three categories: compression, barb, and Universal Nut Lock™. The compression fittings are available in various configurations and connect to the 1/2" poly tubing. By using a simple wrist action, the tubing is 'walked" into the fittings for a very tight fit. No tools, glue, or clamps are required. DIG's compression fittings with black inserts are used with 1/2" poly tubing that is .700 OD.
Fittings are available to attach 1/4" micro tubing in straight barbs, elbows, and tees. The micro tubing is pushed over 1/4" fitting, or barb, to ensure a leak proof fit. The opposite end can be inserted into 1/2" poly tubing, or used to attach another piece of micro tubing.
DIG also has specialty fittings, such as the 1/2" PVC to polyethylene connectors, and a complete line of 1/2" compression fittings with blue inserts that can be used with TORO Blue Stripe™ drip hose that is .710 OD.
DIG provides reducing couplings to convert from our 1/2" poly tubing to the following brands: To connect DIG poly tubing to Blue Stripe™ (.710 OD) use #14 with blue insert. To convert Raindrip® driphose to DIG poly tubing (.620 OD), use #15, with green insert.
1/2" Universal Nut Lot™ Fittings
Nut Lock fittings use a combination of barb and compression to connect different sizes of poly tubing.DIG universal fittings are designed to connect any size of tubing from .620 OD to .710 OD; regardless of the brand these will make the connection fit.DIG Universal Nut Lock fittings are available in three configurations: #73 coupling, #74 tee,and #75 elbow.These fittings provide an additional way to connect poly tubing and can be easily disconnected and re-used if necessary.
Pressure Compensating (PC) Buttons, Flags and Adjustable Drip Emitters
Drippers are the heart of any drip irrigation system. DIG drippers deliver a precise amount of water directly to the plant's root zone. They are reliable, accurate, inexpensive, and easy to install. They may be inserted directly into 1/2" poly tubing or extended to the plants using a 1/4" micro tubing. DIG drippers incorporate four different characteristics: PC, turbulent flow, laminar flow, and adjustable drippers.
Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline
Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline is a drip hose that contains pressure compensating (PC) emitters incorporated into the interior wall of the tubing at 18" intervals. The emitters are pressure compensating and self-cleaning. This allows long runs and an extended life in the landscape.
Both the tubing and the drippers are manufactured from quality resins using hi-tech equipment to form a product that withstands the various chemicals and fertilizers used in agriculture and landscaping.
The working pressure range for the Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline is from 10-50 PSI but to maintain optimum performance it should always be used with a 25 PSI pressure regulator.
Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline has a flow rate of 1 GPH and comes in 100' rolls. It can be used with DIG compression fittings. Earthline Brown PC™ Dripline can be used below or above the ground or mulch and is suitable for most types of plants.
Drip Soaker Tape, Soaker Hose & Accessories
Drip soaker tape and 1/4" soaker hose are other methods of providing drip irrigation tovegetable gardens, window boxes, or where total saturation is desired along a straight,narrow path. The drip soaker tape is a flat drip tape with drippers pre-inserted every 12". Soakerhose is a 1/4" micro tubing with holes every 12". The drip soaker tape can be used above orbelow the ground and the soaker hose above the ground only. Maximum working pressure is 25PSI. We highly recommend installing a 25 PSI preset pressure regulator and a filter at thebeginning of the lines.
NOTE: Install drip soaker tape in straight lines ONLY.DRIP SOAKER TAPE FITTINGS: The drip soaker hose requires special drip soaker tape fittings (#27, #28, #29, #76, #77) that are different in design from those used with 1/2" poly tubing, in that they workwith a twisting lock device rather than with compression.
Micro Sprinklers, Micro Sprayers & Foggers
Micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers are available in a variety of styles and configurations. Like drip emitters, micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers operate at low-pressure. Micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers are designed for areas where drippers may not be as practical, such as for groundcover, flowerbeds, large boxes, and oddly shaped areas. Micro sprinklers and sprayers are rated by flow rate, wetting diameter or radius, and the spray method (moving parts versus non moving parts). Like sprinklers, micro sprinklers and sprayers are available in 360° full circle pattern, 360° jet pattern, 180° half circle pattern, 90° quarter circle pattern, and strip patterns that aim left and right like a bow tie. DIG's micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers are available in a variety of flow rates and diameters from 2-42 GPH, with diameter from 1-42'. Micro sprinklers, sprayers, and foggers have small sized droplets and provide a low precipitation rate, allowing longer watering time with less runoff.
Retrofit Drip Heads and Accessories
DIG's retrofit heads are designed to adapt any 1/2" riser above the ground. They may be incorporated into a new system, or used to convert an existing sprinkler to a 4, 6, or 12-outlet drip system without disturbing the flow of the other sprinklers on the line.
Retrofitting conventional sprinkler systems to low flow water saving drip systems requires a few simple steps:
First, Evaluate the areas to be watered. While large areas such as lawns are best watered bysprinklers, other areas, such as shrubs, trees, roses, or individual plants, can be irrigated moreefficiently by using the retrofit drip heads. Second, remove the sprinkler head from the riser, flushthe line and screw the Maverick™ 12-outlet, 6-outlet, or 4-outlet drip heads onto the riser. Third, extend the micro tubing from the drip head to the plants and secure micro tubing with a 1/4"stake (#67).
Accessories
Drip systems use many different types of accessories, which are separated into two categories: necessary and customizing. Some are necessary for the installation of drip systems, such as a goof plugs and hose ends. Others, such as in-line valves, drip inserts and "C" clamps, are for customizing the system.Category 1
Necessary Parts:
These are parts that are needed to initially install a drip system. #51 and #52 - Punches are used to punch holes in the poly tubing for the insertion of drippers and micro sprinklers. #55, hose end is used to close the end of 1/2" poly tubing. #56, goof plugs are used to plug up unwanted holes. #57 and #67, tubing stake holders are used to secure the position of the drippers to the micro tubing near the plants. #60, tubing holder stakes are used to hold 1/2" poly tubing in place on the ground. #66, ray spike or #68, universal spike assemblies are used to hold micro sprinklers or sprayers above the ground.
Category 2
Customizing Parts
Other drip accessories are available to customize a system and the specific needs of the site. For example, the #64, 1/2" ball valve and #65, 1/4" ball valve provide the option of turning an individual line of 1/2" poly tubing or 1/4" micro tubing ON or OFF without affecting the other lines on the system. #53 and #54 are "C" clamps that secure 1/2" poly tubing and 1/4" micro tubing to a structure. #69 adjustable spike assembly is used to raise micro sprayers with 10/32" thread above the ground.
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